Susan Holmes, Author at Wildlands Network

Conservation Groups Applaud the Inclusion of Wildlife Crossings in the INVEST Act

Posted on June 19, 2020June 19, 2020 by Susan Holmes

the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure included dedicated funding in the INVEST in America Act to support state, tribal and federal efforts to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions, making America’s roads safer for both motorists and wildlife.

A group of tan and white four-legged animals stand in a line looking at the camera in a yellow, grassy field in front of some mountains in the evening light.

Landmark Legislation to Protect Wildlife Corridors Introduced in the Senate and House

Posted on December 6, 2018December 18, 2018 by Katy Schaffer and Susan Holmes

The Wildlife Corridors Conservation Act was introduced today by Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) and Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA). If passed, the Act will be a major victory for wildlife and wildlands across the country, restoring habitat and protecting America’s native wildlife by establishing a National Wildlife Corridors Program. Photo: Chip Carroon, BLM